Algebra Lesson Objectives

Algebra Lesson Objectives

Semester 1 Semester 2

• Create and interpret relative frequency graphs
• learn about randomness and the definition of probability
• learn methods of calculating probabilities
• count numbers of possibilities to help determine probabilities
• determine the expected value of a random event

• Learn about relative frequency graphs
  • Learn about circle graphs
  • Become familiar with relative frequency circle and bar graphs
  • Use relative frequency graphs to find the chance of occurrence

• Learn about probability outcomes and trials
  • Define the basic terms and concepts of probability
  • Find experimental probabilities
  • Calculate theoretical probabilities

• Learn about random outcomes
  • Understand the difference between random and nonrandom outcomes
  • See how experimental probabilities approach theoretical probabilities as the number of trials increases

• Learn about counting techniques
  • Use a tree diagram to represent possible paths or choices
  • Learn the definitions of and notations for combinations and permutations, and distinguish between them
  • Use the counting principle to count arrangements
  • Count permutations, combinations, or other arrangements to determine probabilities

• Learn about multiple-stage experiments
  • Calculate experimental and theoretical probabilities for multiple-stage experiments
  • Distinguish between independent and dependent outcomes
  • Learn the multiplication rule and use it to determine the probabilities of sequences of events

• Learn about expected value
  • Determine the expected value of a trial